AI Learning Alliance™
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Empowering Individuals and Organizations Through AI Innovation

AI Learning Alliance™ is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit business association located in Madison, NJ. We bring together L&D leaders, Sales & Revenue Enablement,  HR professionals, educators, EdTech providers, policymakers, and researchers to drive the ethical adoption of Generative AI in learning and talent organizations. Our focus is on collaboration, innovation, professional development, ethical standards, policy advocacy, and building a community of AI-L&D innovators. Join Tony Irace and Joe DiDonato, our Co-Founders, as a member, sponsor, or strategic partner to shape the future of learning, talent development, and workforce performance with AI.
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AI Learning Alliance

Our Co-Founders

Empowering Individuals and Organizations Through AI Innovation

Tony Irace

President/CEO and Co-Founder of AI Learning Alliance. A visionary leader with over 30 years in L&D, Tony champions innovative AI solutions for education and corporate learning. 

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyirace/

Joe DiDonato

Joe is the Chairman and Co-Founder of the AI Learning Alliance, and an avid creator and user of Agentic AI tools and products. He's held multiple CXO and Board positions and heads AILA's Learning Programs. 

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 https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdidonato/

Meet Our Board

Introducing our diverse team of experts driving AI in learning.

Tony Irace

President/CEO and Co-Founder of AI Learning Alliance. A visionary leader with over 30 years in L&D, Tony champions innovative AI solutions for education and corporate learning. 

Follow Tony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyirace/

Ken Smith

Learning executive and workforce capability strategist with 30+ years of experience helping organizations develop leaders, build talent, and leverage AI to develop value creators who drive growth, strengthen performance, and deliver lasting business results.

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www.linkedin.com/in/ken-smith-6345062

Laci Loew

With over 40 years in the people business, Laci is a trusted workplace and workforce visionary. She advises senior global HR, learning, and business executives to rethink and redesign the future of work—integrating human wisdom with cutting-edge technology to drive sustainable impact. 

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/laciloew/

Bob Danna

Bob champions innovative AI solutions and use. His titles over 50+ years range from Physicist & Engineer to Managing Director in Deloitte’s Human Capital practice, as well as EVP and COO of Bersin & Associates 

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobdanna/

Christine Troianello

Transformative L&D executive with 30+ years driving change in global technology firms. Christine leverages her global and technology perspectives to shape the future of education in an AI-powered world.

Follow her on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinecarlatroianello/

Tij Nerurkar

Tij is a global leader of education & technology at Firstsource. With 25+ years of experience, Tij has helped organizations shape strategy and transform operating models using an AI-first approach. 

Follow Tij on LinkedIn: 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tij-nerurkar/